The series "Game of Thrones" is a project in which you can see a wide variety of characters, completely different from each other. Their characters and fates seem incredible and never repeat, even if the hero is not considered the key in the story. This rule was no exception in the case of Lord Waris. In "Game of Thrones" he does not appear too often, but his story is very fascinating. You can get acquainted with it by reading the article.
A little bit about the hero
Not much is known about Varis's life, only what the hero himself told. According to the guy, he was a slave when he was bought by one sorcerer. For those who have not watched the series, it is worth noting that the sorcerer did not become a mentor and did not replace his father with little Varis. "Game of Thrones" says that the magician decided to use the boy for his own purposes. He watered him with a potion, because of which the guy could not move, and oskopil him. The sorcerer threw the cut off part of the body into the fire, after which a voice was heard from there. What exactly he said is unknown, but Varis remembered these words for his whole life.
Immediately after the completion of this magical rite, the sorcerer threw the boy out into the street, and he earned his living as best he could. He later found out that it was easiest to get money for information, and became a spy. Over time, Varis's influence grew, and he became a master over the whispers under the king. This post includes working with royal spies. The hero always possessed the most verified information that his scouts reported to him. Varis himself calls his spies "little birds." Later it turned out that the usual ideas of the peasant children recognize the Lord’s last designs.
In the Game of Thrones, Varis is positioned as a positive character, despite his cunning. He always acts in the interests of the state, even if it is not beneficial to him. When asked why he does this, the hero always answers: "Someone must."
In the first season of the series, Varis showed for the first time that he was always on the good side when he informed Petr Baelish about the arrival of Caitlin Stark in the Royal Harbor, so that he would hide her from prying eyes. In addition, when Ned went to prison, he came to him and informed him of all the latest news concerning his family. He also finds a way to save his life and negotiates with Cersei to pardon Stark. It would have happened if it were not for the impulsiveness of the new young king Joffrey, who goes against the words of his mother and kills Ned.
In the seventh season, Varis is on the side of Daenerys. He attracted the Mother of Dragons to his straightforwardness when he declared that her father was a terrible ruler. He also promised that he would not conspire against her, and if she let her people down, he would be the first to inform her of this.
Role performer
Of course, fans have a lot of doubts about Lord Waris from Game of Thrones. Actor Conlet Hill, who played this character, admits that in fact no one knows his hero well, and especially his plans and motives. Therefore, no one is sure of his devotion.
Conlet was previously not very famous. In addition to the series, it could be seen in the projects "New Amsterdam", "Lucky", "Foggy Relations". There is no doubt that it was thanks to the role of Varis in "Game of Thrones" that the actor became truly famous throughout the world. Perhaps the list of films with his participation will be replenished with a large number of successful films after the series ends.
Varis - Targaryen?
Since Varis is one of the most secretive heroes in Game of Thrones, there are many rumors and theories surrounding his personality that have not yet been confirmed. Many fans are sure that the hero belongs to the Targaryen family, and there is some evidence for this.
First of all, this is the story of a sorcerer who spoke with fire. Thanks to the Red Woman, we are aware of the Lord of the Light, who accepts the strangest sacrifices associated with royal blood and always manifests itself through fire. Most likely, the sorcerer found out about the origin of Varis, and therefore performed a ritual that ruined the guy’s life. Also, many are sure that this is why Varis shaves his head. Since the Targaryen's distinctive feature is silver hair, the hero has to get rid of it, otherwise his life will be in danger.
Varis is a mermaid?
Not everyone agrees with the previous theory, however there is an even stranger assumption about the essence of the hero. It is believed that Varis is a mermaid. The Game of Thrones calls these creatures Merling. Despite the fact that so far these creatures have not met directly in the series, those who adhere to this theory think that such a turn is quite real. In addition, in the "Game of Thrones" you can meet dragons, the dead, the burning woman and the resurrected guy.
The main evidence for this theory is Varis's phrase. When Tyrion threatened to throw the hero overboard, he replied that everyone would be surprised at the result.